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  1. barehandspank
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    weak spark, 2 and 3 I think, especially when hot?

    the mixture screw dont seem to have an effect for me. can choke it out or wide open, spark is still intermittent
    Post by: barehandspank, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  2. barehandspank
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    weak spark, 2 and 3 I think, especially when hot?

    Going to revive this one; I've got the same issue. Bike bogs from a stand still - picks up around 3-4k RPMs. Issue is only affecting #2 and #3...
    Post by: barehandspank, Aug 3, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  3. barehandspank
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    Trade/Sell

    Looking for an XS or a Seca I think. I've got two '81 XJ650 Maxims. One a midnight and it runs, the other mainly a parts bike - runs but with low...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jul 14, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  4. barehandspank
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    Do we need a tachometer gear housing oil seal how-to?

    Please. I need to do mine, and would greatly appreciate the visual!
    Post by: barehandspank, Jul 10, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  5. barehandspank
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    For sale/parts: 81 XJ650 Maxim

    Bumping - really need to try and get rid of some things! Ask or send me a PM.
    Post by: barehandspank, Jul 10, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  6. barehandspank
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    Need a brake master cylinder. Singles disc, Maxim or Seca.

    If you've got one - and need anything - I've got an 81 XJ650 Maxim I'm parting out. Can't spend much, but I just broke the lever bracket part of...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jul 7, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  7. barehandspank
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    For sale/parts: 81 XJ650 Maxim

    Contemplating keeping the motor, turn signals - but just about everything else can go. Carbs are in non-working shape, but have good parts. Will...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jul 6, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  8. barehandspank
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    For sale: 1981 XJ650 Maxim Gas Tank(s) and maybe the bike???

    I have two gas tanks: 1) good shape just needs to be cleaned and coated probably (no leaks though) and painted (has a flat black spray job)...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jul 2, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  9. barehandspank
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    Tank Swap???

    Just by chance - I have a silver XJ650 Maxim tank, good condition, no dents, and rust has been cleaned inside and looks good. Anyone out there...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jul 1, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  10. barehandspank
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    Torque Question

    I can't seem to find the correct torque settings for the 4 bolts on the drive shaft flange - anyone out there know offhand???
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jul 1, 2009, 4 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  11. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    Thanks for the tips guys. I'm thinking its the valve seating. The plugs were filthy underneath on that side when I removed them, like they'd not...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  12. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    Thanks - got 150 on 3 and 4... but stayed at 125 on 2, and a measly 75 on 1. Looks like this one is becoming the project motor!
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  13. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    ha, thanks.
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  14. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    any idea how much it might affect them off the top of your head? think it'd be enough to put here in the 'golden' 130-160 range?
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  15. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    Question - I haven't had a chance to check to see if its a stuck/not seating valve yet (though I'm pretty sure it is)... but I did realize this...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 24, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. barehandspank
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    Testing the waters... Trade a Maxim(s) for a Seca?

    So I've found myself with two '81 XJ650 Maxims, both running. The midnight is the better of the two, while the silver one is more like a complete...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 23, 2009, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  17. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    I'm starting to think valve myself, will try the air trick to check the exhaust port tonight. With all the crud that was in there, valve not...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  18. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    Anything I should try before I break it down? What should I look for first? Looks like the other engine will be going in after all, lol.
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 23, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  19. barehandspank
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    Stuck valve? Rings? Both?

    So got my 'parts bike' started - poor thing had been left out in the rain for who knows how long, and it ttok a good bit of trying to remove...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 22, 2009, 17 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  20. barehandspank
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    Pilot screw adjustments...

    Good point, that somehow eluded me this whole time.
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. barehandspank
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    Pilot screw adjustments...

    If they haven't been messed with before, how often are pilot screw adjustments worth really messing with? I've got a stock carb rack, cleaned well...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 21, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  22. barehandspank
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    It runs!!!

    So, got my "parts bike" running today: 81 XJ650 Maxim. 17,000 Miles, and looks to have been taken care of (prior to whomever had it the last 10...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 20, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. barehandspank
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    Today I became an official XJ'er (in my head, at least!)

    Ha. Yeah, I love the midnight. I think that's the one I want to make 'right'. Hopefully I can get the other going, maybe swap a few parts and make...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 12, 2009 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. barehandspank
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    Today I became an official XJ'er (in my head, at least!)

    So I've been poking around here for a few months now, after buying my first ever bike - a 1981 XJ650 Midnight Maxim. It's had it's ups and downs....
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 11, 2009, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. barehandspank
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    North Carolina Title?

    Looks like I'm going to pick up my second bike here in just a few hours! Owner says he doesnt have a title though. 1981 XJ650 Maxim. Anyone...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 10, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. barehandspank
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    Engine Painting Advice

    Yeah, I kinda wish I'd stuck to the flat/satin look the head and crank had. Anyone know out there what the original 81 650 Midnight engine looked...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 9, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  27. barehandspank
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    Engine Painting Advice

    Well I used the ol Duplicolor Gloss Engine enamel. Head only. I can't say that I'm impressed, but eh, it's not like I sanded everything as fine as...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 9, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  28. barehandspank
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    Engine Painting Advice

    Been reading the forums and have seen a lot of ways to paint, but kinda want to run my plan by you guys before I go ahead with it... Pulled my...
    Thread by: barehandspank, Jun 7, 2009, 6 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  29. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    If it seems that the addtion air/fuel fumes from the tube not reaching the gas is problematic enough when using the 'choke', then I think I'll...
    Post by: barehandspank, Jun 1, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  30. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Ah, finally. I was wondering if someone would suggest that. Was wondering that myself. Now, this would be an air leak, and a small one at that, in...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  31. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    The tube wasn't actually solid - it's hollow and the tip looked just like the others, but clogged. But I'll be damned if it just wasn't drilled...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  32. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Sorry guys, just want to see one last time if I can get some opinions on this one. As mentioned, the enrichment draw tube has broke off, and...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 31, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  33. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Sorry to bump, but I'm really curious what this might/might not affect. Thanks.
    Post by: barehandspank, May 29, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Thats what I'm thinking too. I haven't had the bike for long, but it was it a lot worse shape when I first got a hold of it, and it started fine...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  35. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    So what do you guys think? Will this affect anything besides my choke? And if it was plugged anyhow, should I just expect no difference?
    Post by: barehandspank, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    That regarding the pic? Wasn't sure - but thats just a generic pic I used. Regardless... new information has come to light. After being...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    can you actually remove this tube?
    Post by: barehandspank, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  38. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    thanks again for all the advice. sounds like there's no way this is meant to not have a hole (which makes sense to me) the pick i was using fits...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  39. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Re: Starter Jet? Question I'll try and post a pic. I took a steel dental pick to it last night, and all it did was scratch metal... no hole. Any...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 28, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Re: Starter Jet? Question Lucky me that green goo isn't mine. Picture I grabbed off the net. So thats the enrichment tube. Gotcha. Still, I...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 27, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. barehandspank
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    Enrichment Tube Help!

    Okay. Smelled up the house tonight cooking my carbs in a pot of lemon juice :) and have a question for you guys. Pic below is just an example......
    Thread by: barehandspank, May 27, 2009, 29 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. barehandspank
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    The more I try and fix, the more I uncover :(

    Thanks again for all the advice... I'll take all I can get! Let me know for sure about the box side boots. I have about two that are ok, two that...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  43. barehandspank
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    The more I try and fix, the more I uncover :(

    PM sent. Got one stud out, but of course the ez-out broke off in the second one - although it was a smallish piece and looks like i may be able to...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 22, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. barehandspank
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    The more I try and fix, the more I uncover :(

    Yeah, the tank is weird. Bondo'd in the corners - thinking it must have rusted thru and chipped off. So lucky me it's both cosmetic and...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  45. barehandspank
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    Gas tank Interchangeability

    how much taller, wider are the 750 tanks compared to the 650s? Anyone have a side by side comparison shot available? I'd love the capacity, but...
    Post by: barehandspank, May 21, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  46. barehandspank
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    The more I try and fix, the more I uncover :(

    Ok. First bike. I bought a '81 XJ650 Midnight Maxim. High mileage, good rubber, complete & it ran (albeit rough). $500. Did enough to get it...
    Thread by: barehandspank, May 21, 2009, 12 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  47. barehandspank
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    WTB: '81 XJ650 (or compatible) head...

    or better yet, parts engine. anyone out there have something they could part with. if it's a head - i'd prefer there not be any exhaust studs in...
    Thread by: barehandspank, May 21, 2009, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  48. barehandspank
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    WTB: '81 XJ650 compatible exhaust collector box

    Thanks - anyone out there know the answer to this off hand?
    Post by: barehandspank, May 20, 2009 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  49. barehandspank
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    WTB: '81 XJ650 compatible exhaust collector box

    Anyone out there have a exhaust collector box compatible with an '81 XJ650?
    Thread by: barehandspank, May 20, 2009, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  50. barehandspank
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    Yamaha Paint Codes

    mind me asking what they charged? decent job?
    Post by: barehandspank, May 14, 2009 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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